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Alcantara, Philippines
Central Visayas · Philippines
Alcantara is a small town in Central Visayas, Philippines with a population of 4,447. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Alcantara
Alcantara, officially the Municipality of Alcantara, is a municipality in the province of Cebu, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 17,490 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,447 |
| Population Density | 92 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 56 ft (17 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.9756°, 123.4061° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Central Visayas |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 122.2 inches (3,103 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Alcantara
Alcantara is a small town in Philippines (Central Visayas) with a population of 4,447. The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet (17 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 122.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.3°F |
| 45% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 309 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 56 ft (17 m) |
| Area | 48.2 sq mi (124.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 92/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.9756°N, 123.4061°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2012 | TANON STRAIT | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 51 | 22 km |
| 1990 | PHILIPPINES | Earthquake | 2.1 m | 6 | 143 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Kanlaon (57 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Kanlaon | Stratovolcano | 2,435 m (7,989 ft) | 2017 | 57 km |
| Mandalagan | Complex | 1,885 m (6,184 ft) | Unknown | 77 km |
| Cuernos de Negros | Complex | 1,862 m (6,109 ft) | Unknown | 85 km |
| Silay | Stratovolcano | 1,510 m (4,954 ft) | Unknown | 90 km |
| Camiguin | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,552 m (5,092 ft) | 1953 | 163 km |
| Mahagnao | Stratovolcano | 860 m (2,822 ft) | Unknown | 191 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 5.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 3.2 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 3.8 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 6.1 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 7.2 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 8.7 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 6.4 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 7.2 in | |
| October | 80°F (26°C) | 8.7 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 9.4 in | Wettest |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 7.6 in |
Alcantara has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 75°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 76.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (9.4") and April the driest (2.6").
Schools in Alcantara
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bala Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lawaan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Candabong Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bala National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Tupas Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Can-abujon Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Polo Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Cabil-isan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Alcantara National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Alcantara Central Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Alcantara
9 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Easy Rock Cebu | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Star FM 95.5 Cebu | music, news | MP3 | |
| Yes The Best Cebu | — | MP3 64 kbps | |
| All Radio 97.1 Cebu | music, news | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| DYAB One Radyo 1512 AM | news, talk | AAC 463 kbps | |
| Radyo Natin Pinamungajan | — | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Radyo Natin Argao | — | AAC 64 kbps | |
| STARR Radio Tayasan | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Disney Philippines - Cebu FM 87.5 | pop | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Alcantara
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carcar Museum and former Dispensary | ||||
| Museo dela Parroquia de San Miguel |
Libraries in Alcantara
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ramon Seares Sr. Municipal Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Alcantara
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alcantara Public Market | |||||
| Aloguinsan Public Market | |||||
| Argao Public Market | |||||
| Badian Public Market | |||||
| Barili Public Market | |||||
| Bayabas Public Market | |||||
| Carcar City Public Market | |||||
| Dalaguete Agri-Pinoy Trading Center | |||||
| Dumanjug Public Market | |||||
| Guihulngan Mega Market | |||||
| Jimalalud Public Market | |||||
| La Libertad Public Market | |||||
| Malalay Public Market | |||||
| Mantalongon Livestock Market | |||||
| Mantalongon Market | |||||
| Mantalongon Public Market | |||||
| Mantalongon Public Market | |||||
| Moalboal Fish and Meat Market | |||||
| Moalboal Public Market | |||||
| Old Carcar Public Market | |||||
| Papan Public Market | |||||
| Ronda Public Market | |||||
| Sangi Public Market | |||||
| Sibonga Public Market | |||||
| Simala Market | |||||
| Talo-ot Public Market | |||||
| Tayasan Public Market |
Gas Stations in Alcantara
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Alcantara
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Alcantara
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mactan Cebu International Airport | CEB | Large Airport |
| Bohol-Panglao International Airport | TAG | Medium Airport |
| Sibulan Airport | DGT | Medium Airport |
| Alvarez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Basay Emergency Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Guimaras Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Inampologan Island Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Refugio Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tambo Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Alcantara
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Saint Augustine Parish - Alcantara (Cebu Archdiocese) | |
| San Jose Chapel |
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What is the population of Alcantara?
Alcantara has a population of 4,447 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 92 people per square mile, spread across 48.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Alcantara?
Alcantara has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 122.2 inches.